This calendar includes Heartwood’s scheduled chapter, volunteer, and training events.
For a list of unscheduled (work at your own pace) volunteer activities, check out the approved chapter activities: Heartwood Volunteer Projects
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PUEBLAN MILK SNAKE February 4, 2026 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Is it “red touch yellow” or “red touch black”? Milk snakes have all the looks of danger, but none of the venom! Join us to separate fact from fiction! Discover the truth behind the “cow-milking” myth and learn how these beautiful non-venomous constrictors use... Read More →
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Registration is now open for the upcoming " Time To Restore - Texas" virtual workshop scheduled for February 4, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.! Anyone with an interest in Texas native plants, their many pollinators and how we can all be better informed about the impact of climate change on our various pollinator restoration efforts is invited to... Read More →
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February Board meeting will be held by Zoom on Wednesday, February 4 at 6:30pm. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84465644194?pwd=bQpITteevCj3KXzXLKKg79ztAZka6c.1 |
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Initial training Class for accepted interns and chapter members Class #4: Naming and Wetlands Topics Covered: Chapters to read: Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours
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Saturday, February 7 - Rush Haven Targeted species: Air Potato tubers and vines, Japanese Climbing Fern, Elephant Ears, and any other invasives we can find!Time: 8:00-11:00 am - feel free to come anytime within this timeframe Location: Greenbelt behind 155 Rush Haven Drive; we will be working the left side, look for signs and yellow caution tape to... Read More → |
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Title: The Bobcat: 2026 Recertification Pin Speaker: Richard Heilbrun, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Wildlife Division Deputy Director Date: February 10, 2026, at 12PM CT Description: Richard Heilbrun is the Wildlife Division Deputy Director at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Join Richard as he tells us all about the animal featured on the Texas Master Naturalist 2026 recertification pin:... Read More →
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February 10 - The Secret Life of Moths: An Introduction to Moth Identification and Ecology, Live Online CourseJoin Monarch Joint Venture staff for a captivating 1.5-hour introduction to the hidden lives of these often-overlooked pollinators. The Secret Life of Moths will guide you through the essentials of moth identification and ecology, perfect for those wanting to begin... Read More → |
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BIRDS & BRUSHES January 14 & February 11, 2026 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Take a closer look at the birds of the Pineywoods with a short, guided walk at Jesse Jones Park (binoculars provided, paved path, less than 1⁄2 mile). Inspired, return to the Nature Center to make mixed-media art (supplies provided). Each class... Read More →
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Webinar: How to Participate in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count Wednesday, February 11, 2026 7:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. CT / 5:00 p.m. MT / 4:00 p.m. PT Embrace the joy of birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) taking place February 13-16, 2026. This lively, beginner-friendly webinar will inspire you... Read More →
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Mark your calendar — we’re working on something amazing, and we can’t wait to share more with you as everything comes together. We are lining up an inspiring and educational speaker, and we’ll be revealing their story very soon. Stay tuned! Our monthly chapter meetings are held on every 2nd Wednesday, January – November. Our meetings... Read More → |
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TNT Bat Acoustic Monitoring Project Event: Virtual on Teams: February 13th 6:00-7:30PM Texas Nature Trackers biologist- Rachel Grotte with TPWD. Taking over the TNT Bat Acoustic Monitoring Project. Agenda: Anyone interested in participating in the Heartwood project should send an email to [email protected] to join the team meeting(s). BAT Project Webinar Link Please use the following AT code: VMS code:... Read More → |
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Friday, February 13 through Monday, February 16 for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). More than 800,000 people participated in the 2025 GBBC; together they reported 8,078 of the world's known species. |
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Friday, February 13 through Monday, February 16 for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). More than 800,000 people participated in the 2025 GBBC; together they reported 8,078 of the world's known species. |
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Friday, February 13 through Monday, February 16 for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). More than 800,000 people participated in the 2025 GBBC; together they reported 8,078 of the world's known species. |
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ALONG CAME A SPIDER- TARANTULAS February 18, 2025 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Don’t be spooked by their fuzzy appearance! Tarantulas may look scary, but these hairy arachnids are totally harmless! Believe it or not, they are more afraid of you than you are of them. Discover the truth about the world’s largest spiders in... Read More →
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Fescue Rescue: a Bi-national Project to Recover Guadalupe Fescue in the Texas & Coahuila Sky Islands
Fescue Rescue: a Bi-national Project to Recover Guadalupe Fescue in the Texas & Coahuila Sky Islands
Fescue Rescue: a Bi-national Project to Recover Guadalupe Fescue in the Texas & Coahuila Sky Islands Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Andrew Barton Professor of Biology University of Maine at Farmington Webinar Description: Guadalupe fescue (Festuca ligulata Swallen) is a critically endangered grass species, found only in the Sky... Read More → |
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Follow the Flock: Tracking the Epic Migrations of North America's CranesFrom the Field Webinar Thursday, Feb. 19, 11 a.m. Central Time Save My Spot Each year, Sandhill Cranes and endangered Whooping Cranes undertake remarkable migrations across North America, traveling thousands of miles between breeding and wintering grounds. Join Anne Lacy, the International Crane Foundation’s Director of Eastern Flyway... Read More → |
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Roots & Range Workshop Date: Friday, February 20th Time: 9am - 3pmLocation: Indiangrass Preserve, 31975 Hebert Road Waller, TX, 77484 Cost: $40 Click Here to Register! Refreshments and lunch provided. Come dressed for the outdoors. CEU Credits available! Description: This workshop is offered through the Texas Coastal Prairie Initiative, a collaborative effort with regional partners led by the... Read More → |
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Initial training Class for accepted interns and chapter members Class #5A: EcoRegions Location: Zoom Session https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7365929555?pwd=at72TCBoTLiz1f7bvhuWEVk6HSYeKU.1&omn=84209575103 Topics Covered: Chapters to read: Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours
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Water Specialist training February 21 March 28 April 18 Classes will continue to be at the WG Jones Forest Classroom and will be 8:30-11:30 AM. Topics per class to follow when confirmed
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Lake Creek Guided Hike Sat, Feb 21st 2026 at 9:00 AM CST · By Bayou Land Conservancy Event Details Join Bayou Land Conservancy at Lake Creek Preserve for a family-friendly nature hike! This is a guided hike through Lake Creek Preserve, where we will explore various ecosystems and terrain. This is a moderately easy ~1... Read More →
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Initial training Class for accepted interns and chapter members Class #4B: Nature & Geology Field Trip We will be walking along Spring Creek to view some geology in and along the creek bed. As we walk there will be opportunities to see various nature aspects - birds, plants, rocks, etc. The locations may be muddy.... Read More → |
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The Creek in My Backyard – A Guide to Understanding Stream Regulations in TexasTuesday, February 24 @ 6:30-7:30 PM CT Please use the following AT code: For those certifying as Texas Waters Specialist: VMS Code: AT: TX Waters Certification (Texas Water Webinars- The Creek in My Backyard) For those not certifying as Texas Waters Specialist: VMS Code: AT: Single Presentation (Texas Water Webinars- The Creek in My Backyard)
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Initial training Class for accepted interns and chapter members Class #6: Geology Location: Zoom Session https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7365929555?pwd=at72TCBoTLiz1f7bvhuWEVk6HSYeKU.1&omn=84209575103 Topics Covered: Chapters to read: Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours |
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February 25 March 14 The plan is always to meet at The Woodlands Township office, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd, 77381 at 8:30 AM and complete the 1.1 mile loop. All participants need to have a current Waiver on file with the Township. Here is the link to complete the waiver -- Adopt-A-Path Waiver: 2026 Waivers... Read More → |
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Initial training Class for accepted interns and chapter members Class #7: Citizen Science Projects Location: Zoom Session https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7365929555?pwd=at72TCBoTLiz1f7bvhuWEVk6HSYeKU.1&omn=84209575103 Topics Covered: Chapters to read: Please use the following VMS code: Initial Training: TMN Initial Training Hours |
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Cradle of Texas Water Water Everywhere Advanced Training Day Saturday, Feb 28 from 8 am to 3:30 pm CST Brazoria County Parks Department, 41871 State Highway 288 Angleton, TX 77515 Join us for a full day of Advanced Training at the TMN-COT event and receive up to 6 hours AT credit! Welcome to the TMN-COT Advanced Training Day... Read More → |
